Panasonic Lumix GF7 + 12-32mm Silver

If you want DSLR features in a pocket sized camera, the Panasonic GF7 is the camera for you! Compatible with the full range of MFT lenses and offering a huge range of automatic & manual modes, the GF7 is great for beginners and more experienced photographers. The generous 3-inch LCD screen can be tilted to allow a variety of shooting angles, when tilted a full 180-degrees, the new "Selfie" mode is activated, allowing a host of shooting modes like Face Shutter, Buddy Shutter and beauty modes. p>

Welcome to the next level of Selfie expression

180° Tiltable Monitor, New Shutter Modes & Wi-Fi

Panasonic's new Compact System Camera, the DMC-GF7 offers selfie shooting features – one of the world’s most powerful trends - in a classic styled camera with its 180-degree flip-up monitor and a variety of creative functions.

The rear monitor is a 3.0-inch 1,040K-dot touch screen LCD. It offers not only high visibility but also intuitive operation with touch control. The monitor tilts up to approx.180-degrees and puts the camera into Self Shot Mode automatically. In the Self Shot Mode, a variety of functions for selfie – Face Shutter, Buddy Shutter and beauty functions - are enabled. With Wi-Fi® connectivity, users can connect the camera to their smartphone / tablet to expand shooting flexibility. Pairing the camera and the smartphone is quick and easy, even without a need of inputting a password. It is possible to use a smartphone / tablet as a multi-capable remote shutter with a monitor. With the Instant Transfer function, photos are automatically sent to the smartphone / tablet immediately after shooting. On the other hand, both photo and video can be archived to a computer via the wireless access point (router) at home. The GF7 now integrates Jump Snap which lets users to photograph themselves jumping as if they are flying in the air using a remote control function via Wi-Fi.

Excellent image quality for your every shot

The photographic performance of GF7 is excellent for a broad range of photographic expertise. It enables end-users high-quality image capture with real-life details through high resolution, image rendering and color reproduction. Taking full advantage of a 16.00-megapixel Digital Live MOS Sensor and a Venus Engine, images are produced with sharp resolution even when exposed in low-light situations when ISO 25,600 is selected. The Contrast AF System of the GF7 excels in both speed and accuracy by exchanging the digital signal between the camera and the lens at max. 240 fps. A variety of extensive AF functions including Face/Eye Detection AF, Low Light AF, Pinpoint AF and One-shot AF enhance usability to help in a wide-range of shooting situations.

Not just for stills - Full HD Movie mode

The GF7 also features full HD 1920 x 1080, 60p (60 Hz) high quality video recording in AVCHD progressive and MP4 with stereo sound. The practical full-time AF and tracking AF are available in video recording as well. The cinema-like 24p video with the bit rate of max. 24 Mbps provides richly expressive afterimage with overwhelming image quality. The GF7 features a new video recording option called Snap Movie Mode which lets users record video in designated short period of time (2/4/6/8 sec.) as they shoot “moving photos”.

Ease of use

Last but not least, the iA(Intelligent Auto) mode and the Scene Guide make GF7 easy to use even for beginners. Portrait, Child, Scenery modes, which are used often, have respective shortcuts on the dial.

Available Colours

Silver

Megapixels

16MP

Sensor Size

4/3"

ISO/Sensitivity

200-25600

Image Stabilisation

Lens

Autofocus Points

23 points

Lens Mount

Micro Four Thirds

LCD Size

3.0"

Touchscreen

-

Liveview

Yes

Viewfinder

-

Min Shutter Speed

30 sec

Max Shutter Speed

1/16000 sec

Built-in Flash

Pop-up

Continuous Shooting Speed

5.5 fps

Self Timer

2 or 10 sec

Metering

Centre-weighted, Multi-pattern, Spot

Video Resolution

Full HD 1080

WiFi

Yes

GPS

-

Memory Type

SD, SDHC, SDXC

Connectivity

USB 2, mini HDMI, Wi-Fi

Battery

BLH7E

Battery Type

Lithium-ion

Charger

Includes Li-Ion Charger

File Formats

JPEG, RAW, AVCHD, MPEG-4

Dimensions

107 x 65 x 33 mm

Box Contents

-

Skill Level

Beginner, Enthusiast

Lifestyle Uses

Family/Pets/Party, Lightweight, Portrait, Sports, Travel/Landscape

Waterproof

-

Manufacturer's Warranty

12 Months

Battery life Bin H, 2/12/2015

I use this camera only 3 times. But the battery is not good. it is only used for 3 or 4 hours. I am not sure that is normal.

Pros:
Easy to use, Compact, Build quality, Screen size
Cons:
Battery life
Would you recommend this product to a friend? No